Types of mechanical tools

 1. Hand Tools

Used manually without power assistance.

Screwdrivers – for driving screws.

Wrenches/Spanners – for turning bolts and nuts.

Pliers – for gripping and bending.

Hammers – for striking and driving nails.

Files – for smoothing surfaces.

Allen keys (Hex keys) – for hexagonal bolts and screws.

Handsaws – for cutting wood or metal.

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2. Power Tools

Powered by electricity, battery, or air (pneumatic).

Drill machines – for making holes.

Grinders – for cutting or polishing.

Impact wrenches – for tightening/loosening bolts.

Electric screwdrivers – faster than manual ones.

Jigsaws – for cutting shapes in wood or metal.

Heat guns – for loosening adhesives or bending plastic.

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3. Measuring and Layout Tools

Used to measure and mark workpieces accurately.

Calipers – for precise measurement.

Micrometers – for very fine measurements.

Rulers/Tapes – for length measurement.

Spirit levels – for checking horizontality.

Protractors – for measuring angles.

Marking gauge – for marking lines on materials.

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4. Cutting Tools

Used to cut materials.

Hacksaws – for cutting metal/plastic.

Chisels – for carving or cutting wood/metal.

Utility knives – for cutting flexible materials.

Snips – for cutting sheet metal.

Lathe tools – for cutting while rotating a workpiece.

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5. Fastening Tools

Used to assemble or disassemble parts.

Screwdrivers

Nut drivers

Torque wrenches – for precise tightening.

Riveting tools – for permanent joints.

Nail guns – for driving nails quickly.

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6. Lifting and Moving Tools

Help in lifting or shifting heavy objects.

Hydraulic jacks – for lifting vehicles.

Hoists – for lifting heavy items.

Pulleys – to redirect force.

Trolleys – for moving loads.

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7. Machining Tools

Used in manufacturing and shaping materials.

Lathes

Milling machines

Drill presses

Grinders

CNC machines

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